denatured definition

March 16, 2018 AZ Dictionary

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adjective:

Having already been deprived of the nature, having had its nature changed.

Of alcoholic beverages made undrinkable, by the addition of a toxin or unpalatable substance, yet still of good use as a fuel or solvent. Traditionally with the addition of methanol (timber alcoholic beverages).

changed in nature or all-natural high quality

Having been deprived of the nature, having had its nature changed.

Of alcoholic beverages made undrinkable, by adding a toxin or unpalatable material, but nonetheless of good use as a fuel or solvent. Usually with the addition of methanol (timber alcoholic beverages).